Due to SMC’s high bike ridership, we are a target for bike theft. The easiest way to protect your bike against theft is to properly lock your bike. See this our Stop Bike Theft Info - Kryptonite.pdf for more information. Don’t forget to register your bike with the SMC police department. This will ensure your bike gets back to you if it is impounded or stolen.

Santa Monica College has an active bicycle community. Riding your bike is a great alternative to sitting in traffic and then looking for a parking space…especially with gas prices on the rise! However, biking in Los Angeles can be challenging. Be sure to plan ahead by mapping the safest route possible and following basic safety measures listed below. Thanks to Cliff Bar for their generous support of Bike SMC!

* Be careful when checking traffic and don’t swerve when looking over your shoulder

* Give pedestrians the right-of-way

* Keep your bicycle in good condition

* Always ride carefully

Remember a bicycle is a vehicle. Just like automobiles we are required to follow and abide by all local and state laws. Bicyclists share a complex traffic environment with other larger forms of transportation. Work together to keep everyone safe!